Crane Operators for hire in Birmingham, AL
Find crane operators who can lift, lower and move materials efficiently on construction sites, while ensuring safety compliance and effective communication with ground crews. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Birmingham, AL to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Organizational Skills10%Communication Skills9%Leadership7%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Associate's degree9%Vocational or technical training7%Years of experience
Less than a year4%3-5 years14%6-10 years22%Current company
Chatham SteelNucor Tubular ProductsAtlas Tube
Time at current job
Less than a year6%1-2 years20%2-5 years46%
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Last updated: Sep 10, 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Birmingham, AL: $65,420 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $52,484 – $81,544 yearly
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Overhead Crane Operator/Forklift Operator
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRConcealed Carry Permit+3 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsSkid steer operator
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's License+4 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy Equipment OperationConstruction ExperienceLoader OperationOverhead Crane Operator/Forklift Operator
Irondale, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitFirearms LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Overhead Crane Certification+7 moreSkills
Time ManagementSupervising ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsStockingMaterial Handler - 2nd Shift
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Order PickerCrane Lifting OperationsCrane OperationCrane Hoisting OperationsOSHA 10Driver's License+8 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsGrindersCrane OperationCrane Rigger
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Crane Lifting OperationsAerial Lift CertificationCrane OperationCrane Hoisting OperationsOSHA 10Driver's License+11 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceMovingHeavy Crane Operator/Die setter
Birmingham, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Crane Lifting OperationsOverhead Crane CertificationCraneCrane OperationCrane Hoisting OperationsDriver's License+1 moreSkills
Crane OperationCrane Lifting OperationsCraneUnloadingLoadingLoad & Unload
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What's the average time to fill a crane operator role?
The average time to fill a crane operator role is 73 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do crane operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a crane operator include: organizational skills, communication skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a crane operator?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and OSHA 10.
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: overhead crane operator/forklift operator, material handler - 2nd shift and certified crane operator.
What level of education is common for a crane operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a crane operator in Birmingham, AL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 18 years of professional experience.
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